TED Radio Hour

How to be a "Super Ager" (it's not your genes)

From peptides and protein, to sleep hygiene and vaccines, what actually helps you age well? Physician Eric Topol breaks down the science — and the myths — of longevity and …

May 01, 2026 · 49m

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Can we preserve knowledge … forever?

Information feels more accessible than ever, but the ways we store data are surprisingly fragile. Can we save anything forever? This hour, TED speakers explore preserving our past, present and …

Apr 24, 2026 · 49m

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Using ancient philosophy to cope with your modern problems

Philosopher Meghan Sullivan says during tough times, ancient wisdom can serve as a guide. From politics to religion to AI, she poses big questions to help you find out what …

Apr 17, 2026 · 49m

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The hidden forces shaping your choices

Every day, we make countless choices—but are these decisions guided by desire or design? This hour, TED speakers on what shapes the food we eat, how we power our homes, …

Apr 10, 2026 · 49m

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Could AI help us, not replace us?

The time has come for humanity to make a choice: Will we build AI to replace humans or enhance them? This hour, the "humanistic AI" philosophy, a test case, and …

Apr 03, 2026 · 49m

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A neuroscientist's guide to managing our emotions

Emotions sometimes feel overwhelming and debilitating — but science-backed tools can help us wrangle them. This hour, neuroscientist Ethan Kross shares research from his Emotion and Self-Control Lab. Original air …

Mar 27, 2026 · 49m

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How does your brain perceive the world?

Do you see images in your mind? Do you have an inner monologue? Do you have memories you swear are real? Our minds have tremendous variation. This hour, insights on …

Mar 20, 2026 · 49m

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The TED talk that put writer Pico Iyer in “Marty Supreme”

“Marty Supreme” stars Timothée Chalamet as a young, brash table tennis player in the 1950s trying to hustle his way to a world championship. One of the characters standing in …

Mar 18, 2026 · 15m

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Curious stories of coexistence

Can otters be city dwellers? Are aliens real? Do we have to experience misery to understand happiness? On this episode, we investigate how strange bedfellows can lead to radical realizations. …

Mar 13, 2026 · 49m

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Getting what you want: A guide to negotiating

Negotiations are a part of life, but too often they end up in an ugly confrontation or stalemate. This hour, TED speakers share ideas on navigating conflicts with more clarity …

Mar 06, 2026 · 49m

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Three mothers who shaped American history

MLK Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin are household names, but what about their mothers? This hour, author Anna Malaika Tubbs explores how these three women shaped American history. Original …

Feb 27, 2026 · 49m

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Did social media break a generation — or just change it?

Is tech rewiring childhood or exposing what’s already broken? Jonathan Haidt, Catherine Price, and a Gen Z advocate debate social media bans, attention and what “fun” looks like off-screen. Guests …

Feb 20, 2026 · 49m

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How you see yourself

What's the image you present to the world? And do you see yourself the same way? This hour, TED speakers add new dimensions to the idea of self perception. Guests …

Feb 13, 2026 · 49m

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How to talk about peace

How do you rebuild trust after bloodshed? This hour, a closer look at two unlikely truces: LA gang leaders who negotiated peace and activists in the Middle East who chose …

Feb 06, 2026 · 49m

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The future of our memories

From creating “synthetic” memories to reviving ruined monuments, tech no longer simply stores the past — it can enhance it. This hour, we explore new ways to capture, share and …

Jan 30, 2026 · 49m

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What can you control in this chaotic world?

When it feels like the world is on fire, it's hard to know what's in your control and what's out of your hands. This hour, TED speakers explain ways you …

Jan 23, 2026 · 49m

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What we — and AI — can learn from nature's intelligence

Artificial intelligence is powerful, but what about natural intelligence? This hour, TED speakers explore the intrinsic genius in animal language, insect behavior, plant anatomy and our immune system. Guests include …

Jan 16, 2026 · 49m

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The secrets in your baby's genes

Genomics researcher Dr. Robert Green explains how sequencing babies’ DNA can reveal hidden health risks. This hour we explore where the benefits end and the ethical dilemmas begin. Guests include …

Jan 09, 2026 · 49m

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Navigating uncertainty

In unpredictable times, how can we stay calm, grounded, and on course? This hour, TED speakers lead us through uncertainty. Guests include former medical clown Matt Wilson, psychologist Jamil Zaki, …

Jan 02, 2026 · 49m

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Who counts as a significant other?

Finding "the one" can seem like life's ultimate goal—but should it be? This hour, TED speakers expand the definition of life partnership, whether it's with a friend, a spouse, a …

Dec 26, 2025 · 51m

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Who is really shaping the future of AI?

What will AI look like in 2026? Is the hype a bubble or a tech revolution that will transform everything? This episode, the global politics shaping the future of AI …

Dec 19, 2025 · 51m

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Soundtracks of our lives

From our favorite songs to our own voices, we're surrounded by sound all day. But how does all this noise affect our emotions and behavior? This hour, TED speakers explore …

Dec 12, 2025 · 51m

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Remembering a maestro through 'New World Symphony'

Before his passing, conductor Robert Franz guided us through the first movement of Dvorák's "New World Symphony" using his four essential tools for listening—rhythm, melody, texture and visuals. As the …

Dec 10, 2025 · 14m

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Finding your bliss

It's been a long, complicated year. This hour, TED speakers share ideas to help you get grounded, back on track, and even edge toward something like bliss. TED Radio Hour+ …

Dec 05, 2025 · 51m

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Decoding nature’s hidden patterns

We can’t protect what we don’t understand. From decoding wolf howls to making sense of millions of citizen-science sightings, we explore the tools helping researchers understand the wild in new …

Nov 28, 2025 · 49m

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How to repair your most important relationships

It's never too late to make things right—even when cracks form within our relationships with our families, our environment...or the inevitable. This hour, TED speakers offer healing solutions. TED Radio …

Nov 21, 2025 · 49m

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